Events


TRY SOMETHING NEW WITH THE FAMILY
We know how important it is to spend time as a family, especially with the summer holidays being here. Chesterfield has events that give you chance to try something new and make memories with your loved ones.
BARLOW CARNIVAL
This week-long event is packed full of family fun and entertainment. Watch a parade, hear bands play and even get involved in fancy dress!

SUMMER OF PLAY
What better way is there to spend the holidays than with a Summer of Play? There are interactive games for everyone at Hardwick Hall this Summer.

ROLLER DISCO
Learn a new skill with this high energy combination of roller skating, thumping beats and awesome lighting shows! Perfect to burn off some energy.

PADDLESPORTS ON CHESTERFIELD CANAL
The perfect blend of fun, adventure and relaxation, paddleboarding on Chesterfield Canal is bound to be a new experience for the whole family to enjoy! Fancy giving it a go? 

MAKE MEMORIES WITH FRIENDS
Summer is here and it's ready to party! Soak up the sunshine and make the most of being to spend the longer days, perfect for making memories. If you're looking for experiences to share, see what events are happening in the town. Plus, we have plenty of ideas for if you want to make a night of it in the town.
PEAK DISTRICT HIGHLAND GAMES
See the country's leading strongmen and women compete in the Peak District Highland Games! Get your adrenaline pumping, with plenty to watch and do!

BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH AT BARCA BAR
Sharing platters, 90 mins of bottomless Prosecco, Estrella Damm or Franklin & Sons soft drinks, and a lively atmosphere... Sound good? Then head to Casa Hotel.

BRAMPTON BREWERY TOUR
Taste some of Brampton Brewery's finest beers as you hear from Head Brewer, Chris, about the history of the original brewery and the brewing process.

13th September 2024

CHESTERFIELD THEATRES
The Winding Wheel has a full events programme from plays to live music and from comedy to ballroom dancing. 

Find out the latest programme at Chesterfield Theatres
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN CHESTERFIELD'S CULTURE
If you're looking to get outdoors in Chesterfield and learn all about the town, you've come to the right place. Explore the town with events in the fresh air, before finishing the day off with some al fresco dining.
CHESTERFIELD CANAL CRUISES
Take in the sights of Chesterfield while relaxing in the sunshine on a canal cruise. There are even themed events including fish and chip, live music and afternoon tea cruises!

CROOKED SPIRE TOWER TOURS
The popular Crooked Spire Tower Tours are a great reason to visit The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints. Why not count your way up all 152 steps to reveal wonderful views over Chesterfield?

THEMED MARKETS
Soak up Chesterfield's history at one of the markets the town is known for. There are a range of themes to choose from, including Artisan, Vegan, Craft and Flea. See what hidden gems you can find!

FORAGE AND COOK
If you're looking to reconnect with nature, want to try to source food from somewhere other than your local supermarket and develop new skills, try a forage and cook session!

LEGENDARY JOUST
Experience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill. Watch four legendary knights compete for honour and glory in the Legendary Joust!

CHATSWORTH COUNTRY FAIR 
A unique blend of excitement, family entertainment, culinary inspiration, country pursuits and rural crafts. 
GREAT HISTORIC PUB TOURS
Chesterfield’s Brampton Mile has been a famous rite of passage for as long as anyone can remember. Enjoy pints in the town centre as you make new friends and new memories.

BAND SUNDAY
If you’re looking for a lazy Sunday with a difference then look no further – Band Sunday at Bolsover Castle is the event for you! Sit back to relax with the sounds of some of Derbyshire’s finest musicians. Each week will bring a different genre, from Caribbean to Asian Fusion for you to enjoy. 

DRONFIELD HERITAGE TRUST ARCHIVE OPEN DAY
Discover the history of Dronfield and the surrounding villages at the Dronfield Hall Barn Archive Open Day. Explore village records, get lost in 10,000 photographs of surrounding areas and imagine journeys far and wide with traditional maps.

Filter events
Event Venue Dates Times
Summer Tennis Camp Chesterfield Lawn Tennis Club, Hawksley Avenue, Chesterfield, S40 4TW Mon 12 August 2024 – Fri 16 August 2024 9.00AM – 4.00PM
Barlow Carnival Village Hall and Recreation Ground, Barlow, S18 7TA Wed 14 August 2024 – Sun 18 August 2024 2pm –
Crooked Spire Tower Tours The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Church Way, Chesterfield S40 1XJ Fri 16 August 2024 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Summer of Play Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S44 5QJ Fri 16 August 2024 Various
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Fri 16 August 2024 2:00pm –
Chesterfield Observatory Hastings Close, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S41 8RH Fri 16 August 2024 8.00PM –
Vicar Lane Summer of Sport Vicar Lane Shopping Centre, Steeplegate, S40 1PY Sat 17 August 2024 Various
Crooked Spire Tower Tours The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Church Way, Chesterfield S40 1XJ Sat 17 August 2024 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Summer of Play Hardwick Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S44 5QJ Sat 17 August 2024 Various
Cavendish’s Horses Bolsover Castle, Castle St, Bolsover, Chesterfield S44 6PR Sat 17 August 2024 10.00AM – 4.00PM
Canal Cruises Chesterfield Canal Sat 17 August 2024 10:30am – 3:00pm
Roller Disco Queen's Park Sports Centre, Boythorpe Road, S40 2ND Sat 17 August 2024 6.15pm – 7.30pm

Tennis Camps
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Summer Tennis Camp

Have fun, make friends and test your skills at this Summer tennis camp! Keep your kids active and engaged with activities galore - think tennis, football, hockey, dodgeball, mini Olympics, and more. A perfect blend of sports and fun for an unforgettable holiday.

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Barlow Carnival

Barlow Carnival is a traditional event which takes place every year. It's a week packed full of fun and entertainment for all the family. 

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